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DJ Spinna

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    February 23, 2012

    DJ Shortkut on Staying in the Bay Area, His Love for Tech, and the State of the Turntablism Scene

    Celebrating 25 years of DJing this year, Bay Area-born DJ Shortkut has had the kind of career that most DJs strive for: He's claimed multiple West Coast DMC championships, played alongside the legendary names of hip-hop, and designed best-selling DJ equipment for the Vestax brand. As part of the DJ ... More >>

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    December 9, 2011

    DJ Spinna on Keeping Soul Alive With His Wonder-Full Parties

    ​Establishing his career in the days of the 8-track, New York producer and selector DJ Spinna rose to fame during the height of the '90s golden era of hip-hop. Working with artists like Mos Def and Pharoahe Monch, he not only cemented his presence as a producer, but also gained renown as a DJ ... More >>

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    December 8, 2011

    Weekend Parties: Patrice Scott, Alan Braxe, Wonder-Full, and More

    DJ Spinna plays Wonder-Full this Saturday at Mezzanine​ Following in the fashion of every other weekend for the past couple months, this weekend offers a diverse and excellent grouping of parties that ought to cater to just about everyone's tastes. Read on, your weekend awaits. Friday, Dec. ... More >>

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    June 9, 2011

    DJ Hakobo on Going from DJ to Club Owner, and Prince vs. Michael

    ​Jacobo "DJ Hakobo" Juarez began his DJ career 13 years ago, performing at Berkeley house parties. Love for a large variety of music has been a prime motivator throughout his career: He was a promotional pioneer in San Francisco's party scene and now owns and operates Som Bar. Below, he discusses ... More >>

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    December 28, 2010

    After 20 Years, the Vinyl Still Spins -- And Sells -- at Groove Merchant Records

    Ian S. PortGroove Merchant owner Chris Veltri with a rare record.​Chris Veltri stands behind the cluttered wood counter at Groove Merchant record store. Dressed in a navy peacoat and Levis, with sandy blond bangs draped over his blue eyes, he watches three customers browse his small Lower Haight s ... More >>

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    December 8, 2010

    Wonder-Full club night: Show Preview

    Ian S. PortGroove Merchant owner Chris Veltri with a rare record.​Chris Veltri stands behind the cluttered wood counter at Groove Merchant record store. Dressed in a navy peacoat and Levis, with sandy blond bangs draped over his blue eyes, he watches three customers browse his small Lower Haight s ... More >>

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    September 16, 2009

    Soul Slam IV: Prince vs. Michael Jackson

    Ian S. PortGroove Merchant owner Chris Veltri with a rare record.​Chris Veltri stands behind the cluttered wood counter at Groove Merchant record store. Dressed in a navy peacoat and Levis, with sandy blond bangs draped over his blue eyes, he watches three customers browse his small Lower Haight s ... More >>

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    February 13, 2009

    Cheap V-Day Date Possibilities

    Om RecordsDJ Heather Okay, here's the situation: you're broke and tomorrow is Valentine's Day. That cozy lil' Napa bed & breakfast your mate ooh'd and ah'd over? Not in the budget. Dinner at Postrio? Maybe when the economy improves. A dozen long-stemmed roses, champagne, and Godiva chocolates? ... More >>

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    September 19, 2008

    Hey DJ! Friday Q&A: DJ Cali

    Om RecordsDJ Heather Okay, here's the situation: you're broke and tomorrow is Valentine's Day. That cozy lil' Napa bed & breakfast your mate ooh'd and ah'd over? Not in the budget. Dinner at Postrio? Maybe when the economy improves. A dozen long-stemmed roses, champagne, and Godiva chocolates? ... More >>

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    July 2, 2008

    Stevie Wonder's classic '70s albums and interviews with artists they influenced

    Om RecordsDJ Heather Okay, here's the situation: you're broke and tomorrow is Valentine's Day. That cozy lil' Napa bed & breakfast your mate ooh'd and ah'd over? Not in the budget. Dinner at Postrio? Maybe when the economy improves. A dozen long-stemmed roses, champagne, and Godiva chocolates? ... More >>

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    May 5, 2004

    Ty

    Upwards

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    February 5, 2003

    DJ Spinna

    Here to There

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    January 3, 2001

    A Not-So-Quiet Library

    Thanks to the sound library, background music is coming to the forefront

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